USER’S GUIDE
N-GxX-xx-01 (standard)
N-GxX-xx-01(L) (low profile)
The N-GxX-xx-01(x) gigabit ethernet Network
Interface Card (NIC) provides a 1000Base-
SX/LX fiber port to deliver fiber optic
connectivity to the desktop in fiber-rich LAN
environments. With both standard and low
profile form factors, driver support for most
popular operating systems, and supports 32/64-
bit PCI 2.2 plug-and-play capability, all help
make installation a breeze in virtually any PC on the Network.
N-GSX-SC-01
N-GSX-SC-01(L)
SC, 850 nm multimode, [62.5/125µm: 220 m (722 ft)]
[50/125µm: 550 m (1804 ft)*]
N-GSX-SC-01-020**
N-GSX-SC-01(L)-020**
SC, 850 nm multimode, [62.5/125µm: 220 m (722 ft)]
[50/125µm: 550 m (1804 ft)*]
N-GSX-LC-01
N-GSX-LC-01(L)
LC, 850 nm multimode, [62.5/125µm: 220 m (722 ft)]
[50/125µm: 550 m (1804 ft)*]
N-GSX-LC-01-020**
N-GSX-LC-01(L)-020**
LC, 850 nm multimode, [62.5/125µm: 220 m (722 ft)]
[50/125µm: 550 m (1804 ft)*]
N-GLX-LC-01
N-GLX-LC-01(L)
SC, 1310 nm single mode, 10 km (6.2 miles)*
Part Number
*Typical maximum cable distance. Actual distance is dependent upon the physical
characteristics of the network installation.
**The -020 designation at the end of the part number means sold in packs of 20
NICs only. There are no changes to NIC specifications.
Installation and Configuration . . .2
Cable Specifications . . . . . . . . . . .4
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . .5
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Contact Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Port One - Duplex Fiber-Optic 1000Base-SX/LX
Part Number Description
BTR-NGX-PXE PXE, Bootable ROM Chip
Optional accessories sold separately
SC, 1310 nm single mode, 10 km (6.2 miles)*N-GLX-SC-01
N-GLX-SC-01(L)
Installation and Configuration
Checklist
Before installing the N-GxX-xx-01(x) NIC, verify that the package contains the
following items:
• N-GxX-xx-01(x) NIC
• LAN driver CD
Please notify your sales representative if any item is missing or damaged.
Description
The N-GxX-xx-01(x)NIC has a bootable ROM socket (bootable ROM chip sold
separately). The two LED indicators (LINK/ACT and FDX) located on the
bracket, show network/board link, activities, collision, and full-duplex statuses.
See Figure 1.
N-GxX-xx-01(x) NIC configuration
CAUTION: Wear a grounding strap and observe electrostatic discharge
precautions when installing the N-GxX-xx-01(x) NIC. Failure to observe this
caution could result in damage or failure of the N-GxX-xx-01(x) NIC.
For motherboards with automatic PCI configuration:
• No specific setup is needed.
• You can enter the system BIOS setup menu to view or specify the interrupt
(INT) line of the PCI slots.
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FDX LED
Link/ACT LED
TX
RX
PXE ROM Socket
Figure 1: LEDs and PXE ROM Socket
Installation and Configuration -- continued
PCI bus system and configuration
• Ensure that the PCI machine supports master slots, and INT multiple
sharing and timing functionality.
• DO NOT install N-GxX-xx-01(x) NICs in PCI slave slots. Please refer to
your PC system manual and select the appropriate configuration settings.
• When installing multiple N-GxX-xx-01(x) NICs at the server station, you
should correctly configure the IRQ settings of the PCI slot.
• N-GxX-xx-01(x) NIC server modules share the same INT line with the
driver supporting multiple INT services. The IRQ of each N-GxX-xx-
01(x) NIC should not conflict with other boards.
• Gigabit Ethernet Fiber Partner should be set at full-duplex mode with
NWay flow control. Ensure that all network nodes are configured at an
identical operation mode. Improper operation and flow control mode
between fiber nodes will render the LAN to work poorly. The operating
mode should match at both ends' working status.
Installation
To install the N-GxX-xx-01(x)module, do the following:
Important: Install the N-GxX-xx-01(x) NIC in a “master slot” only.
1. Locate a master slot on the PC workstation or file server.
2. Remove the cover from the PC workstation or file server—keep all screws.
3. Remove and keep the screws holding the cover over the installation slot.
4. Carefully slide the N-GxX-xx-01(x) NIC into the “master slot,” aligning
the module with the slot guides.
5. Ensure that the module is firmly seated in the slot.
6. Use the screws from step “3” to secure the module to the workstation or
file server housing.
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Cable Specifications
Fiber cable
Bit error rate: <10-9
Single mode fiber (recommended): 9 µm
Multimode fiber (recommended): 62.5/125 µm
Multimode fiber (optional): 100/140, 85/140, 50/125 µm
N-GSX-SC-01(x) 850 nm multimode
Fiber optic transmitter power: min: -9.5 dBm max: -4.0 dBm
Fiber optic receiver sensitivity: min: -18.0 dBm max: -0.0 dBm
Link budget: 8.5 dB
N-GSX-LC-01(x) 850 nm multimode
Fiber optic transmitter power: min: -9.5 dBm max: -4.0 dBm
Fiber optic receiver sensitivity: min: -18.0 dBm max: -0.0 dBm
Link budget: 8.5 dB
N-GLX-SC-01(x) 1310 nm single mode
Fiber optic transmitter power: min: -9.5 dBm max: -3.0 dBm
Fiber optic receiver sensitivity: min: -20.0 dBm max: -3.0 dBm
Link budget: 10.5 dB
N-GLX-LC-01(x) 1310 nm single mode
Fiber optic transmitter power: min: -9.5 dBm max: -3.0 dBm
Fiber optic receiver sensitivity: min: -20.0 dBm max: -3.0 dBm
Link budget: 10.5 dB
The fiber optic transmitters on the device meet Class I Laser safety requirements
per IEC-825/CDRH standard and comply with 21CRF1040.10 and
21CRF1040.11.
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Technical Specifications
For models N-GxX-xx-01 and N-GxX-xx-01(L)
Standards: IEEE 802.3™, 802.1P, 802.1Q
Expansion bus standard: PCI 2.2 64/32 bit, 33/66Mhz standard
Data rate 1000Mbps fiber media
LED: LINK/ACT (on the bracket):
• ON = communication link;
• FLASHING = activity on link
FDX (on the bracket): ON = full duplex link
Drivers: • NetWare Server 4.x, 5.x; 6.x
• Netware DOS Client ODI
• Windows 98, 2000, 2003, NT4.0, XP
• Linux
• SCO UnixWare 7.1x
• OpenUnix 8.0
Boot server support: PXE Boot ROM
PCB dimensions: 2.2” x 6.5” x .09”
(56 mm x 165 mm x 23 mm)
Shipping weight: 1 lb. (0.45 kg.)
Power consumption: 2.0A @ +5VDC
MTBF 127,234 hours (Bellcore7 V5.0)
Opearting temp: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Storage temp: -25°C to 85°C (-13°C to 185°F)
Humidity: 5% to 95%, non-condensing
Altitude: 0 to 10,000 feet
Warranty: Lifetime
WARNING:
Visible and invisible laser radiation when open: DO NOT stare into
the beam or view directly with optical instruments. Failure to observe this warning
could result in damage to your vision or blindness.
WARNING:
Use of controls, adjustments, or the performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
The information in this manual is subject to change without further notice. Go to
www.transition.com/TransitionNetworks/Products2/Static/MediaConversion.aspx
to check for updates to this manual by checking the revision level.
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Troubleshooting
Diagnostics LEDs and Boot ROM
LEDS
• The Link/ACT LED (green) turns ON when cable connection is good and
speed is at 1000Mpbs.
• The FDX LED (green) truns ON when full-duplex mode is active.
Boot ROM
To add the remote boot feature to a workstation, insert the Boot ROM into the
ROM socket. See Figure 1 on page 2.
After power UP, the LINK/ACT LED should light; if not, check the following:
1 Confirm that the N-GxX-xx-01(x) NIC is properly inserted into the master
slot.
2 Confirm that the PC is properly connected to a power source and with the
power source turned ON.
3 Check the fiber cable for proper connection.
4 Contact Tech Support: 1-800-260-1312, Int’l: 00-1-952-941-7600 if those
steps fail to produce the desired result.
Note: To connect this device to a router, bridge, or switch, please refer to the
corresponding technical manual for the device.
Declaration of Conformity
Name of Mfg: Transition Networks, 6475 City West Parkway,
Minneapolis, MN 55344 U.S.A.
Model: N-GxX-xx-01 and N-GxX-xx-01(L) Network Interface Cards
Part Number: N-GSX-SC-01(x), N-GSX-LC-01(x), N-GLX-SC-01(x)
N-GLX-LC-01(x)
Regulation: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
Purpose: To declare that theN-GxX-xx-01 and N-GxX-xx-01(L) to which
this declaration refers is in conformity with the following
standards:
CISPR 22:1997+A1:2000; EN 55022:1998+A1:2000 Class A; FCC Part 15 Subpart B;
21CFR subpart J
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Directive(s)
and Standard(s).
September 9, 2005
Stephen Anderson, Vice-President of Engineering Date
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Compliance Information
CISPR22/EN55022 Class A, CE Mark, CISPR22/EN55022 Class A + EN55024, CE Mark
FCC regulations
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which
case the user will be required to correct the interference at the user's own expense.
Canadian regulations
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise for digital apparatus set out
on the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables
aux appareils numériques de la Class A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage
radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.
European regulations
Caution: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Achtung! Dieses ist ein Gerät der Funkstörgrenzwertklasse A. In Wohnbereichen können bei
Betrieb dieses Gerätes Rundfunkstörungen auftreten. In diesem Fäll ist der Benutzer für
Gegenmaßnahmen verantwortlich.
Attention! Ceci est un produit de Classe A. Dans un environment domestique, ce produit risque de
créer des interférences radioélectriques, il appartiendra alors à l'utilsateur de prende les measures
spécifiques appropriées.
CAUTION: RJ connectors are NOT INTENDED FOR CONNECTION TO THE
PUBLIC TELEPHONE NETWORK. Failure to observe this caution could result in
damage to the public telephone network.
Der Anschluss dieses Gerätes an ein öffentlickes Telekommunikationsnetz in den EG-
Mitgliedstaaten verstösst gegen die jeweligen einzelstaatlichen Gesetze zur Anwendung der
Richtlinie 91/263/EWG zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften der Mitgliedstaaten über
Telekommunikationsendeinrichtungen einschliesslich der gegenseitigen Anerkennung ihrer
Konformität.
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